What is the cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Letterkenny?

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Letterkenny is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 1h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Letterkenny?

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Letterkenny is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Letterkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Letterkenny station. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at Letterkenny Bus Station via Belfast, Europa Buscentre and Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Letterkenny?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Letterkenny is 197 km. The road distance is 146.4 km.

How do I travel from Carrickfergus to Letterkenny without a car?

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Letterkenny without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 12m and costs €28 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Carrickfergus to Letterkenny?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Carrickfergus to Letterkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Letterkenny bus from?

Carrickfergus to Letterkenny bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Joymount station.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Letterkenny bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Letterkenny bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Donegall Place station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Letterkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Letterkenny is 146 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Carrickfergus to Letterkenny.

Where can I stay near Letterkenny?

There are 167+ hotels available in Letterkenny.

Carrickfergus to Letterkenny - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carrickfergus to Letterkenny by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Yorkgate to Derry-Londonderry1 Gc->Ly / ...
2. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre to Letterkenny Bus Station64
4h 12m
€29–49
Drive 146.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Letterkenny146.4 km
1h 47m
€26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Joymount to Donegall Place563e / ...
2. Take the bus from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Derry Londonderry Bus Station212
4h 30m
Line 0 train, train, bus
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to Belfast Grand Central0
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Londonderry0
3. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre to Letterkenny Bus Station64
5h 2m
€29–51

Carrickfergus to Letterkenny by train, foot, and bus

170Weekly Services

4h 12mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 197.4 km
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland and Letterkenny, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Joymount to Letterkenny Bus Station via Donegall Place, Belfast, Europa Buscentre, and Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre in around 4h 30m.

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